1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2110 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |